Exam: GRE (Verbal)

Definition: A very thin thread or wire, often used in light bulbs or as part of a plant structure.

Example: The light bulb's filament glowed brightly when the electricity flowed through it.

Definition: Relating to or resembling a thin, thread-like structure.

Example: The filamentary structure of the spider's web is fascinating to observe.

Definition: Having the shape or appearance of thin threads or fibers.

Example: The filamentous structure of the algae made it difficult to see in the water.

Definition: A type of thin, threadlike worm that lives as a parasite in the bodies of animals, especially in their blood and tissues. These worms can be spread by insects like mosquitoes and can cause health problems in their hosts.

Example: Filaria can cause serious diseases in humans, such as lymphatic filariasis.

Definition: Relating to a type of tiny parasitic worms that can infect humans and animals, often causing diseases.

Example: The doctor diagnosed the patient with a filarial infection after examining the symptoms.

Definition: A disease caused by the infection of the body with tiny worms called filariae, which can lead to swelling and other health problems.

Example: Filariasis is often transmitted through mosquito bites and can cause severe complications if left untreated.

Definition: Relating to the relationship between a child and their parent, often used to describe duties or feelings that a child has towards their parents.

Example: She showed filial love by taking care of her elderly parents.

Definition: To legally establish the parentage of a child, especially one born outside of marriage.

Example: The court will filiate the child to ensure they have legal rights to inheritance.

Definition: The state of being related to someone as a child or descendant, often used in legal contexts to determine parentage.

Example: The court ruled on the filiation of the child, confirming the father's legal responsibilities.

Definition: To engage in actions that delay or obstruct legislative progress, often by making long speeches or using other tactics.

Example: The senator decided to filibuster the bill to prevent it from being voted on.

Definition: A tactic used in politics where someone speaks for a long time to delay or prevent a decision from being made.

Example: The senator used a filibuster to block the vote on the new law.

Definition: To delay or obstruct legislation by making long speeches or using other tactics in a legislative assembly.

Example: The senator decided to filibuster the bill to prevent it from being voted on.